Hussain Puram - Veligandla, Markapuram
Hussain Puram is a village situated in the Veligandla mandal of Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Veligandla and around 94 km from Ongole. Ballavaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hussain Puram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hussain Puram is 591237. The village covers a total geographical area of 1496 hectares and falls under the 523223 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Hussain Puram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hussain Puram
As per Census 2011, Hussain Puram village has a total population of 2,543 people, consisting of 1,333 males and 1,210 females. The village has 623 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,198 literate and 1,345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 616 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hussain Puram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,543 | 1,333 | 1,210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 179 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 616 | 322 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,198 | 767 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,345 | 566 | 779 |
Nearby Villages of Hussain Puram
Hussain Puram is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bonthagunta Palle | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Manamadugu | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Takkellapadu | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Perugupalle | North | 3.80 km |
| Mogallur | West | 3.95 km |
| Chinaalavala Padu | East | 4.78 km |
| Umamaheswarapuram | South | 5.32 km |
| Ballavaram | North-West | 5.70 km |
| Chakirala | North-East | 5.84 km |
| Vijaya Gopala Puram | South-East | 6.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hussain Puram
Hussain Puram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tarlupadu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kandukur to Hussain Puram is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Hussain Puram is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hussain Puram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hussain Puram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hussain Puram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hussain Puram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hussain Puram
Where is Hussain Puram located?
Hussain Puram village is located in Veligandla Mandal, Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hussain Puram?
The Gram Panchayat of Hussain Puram is Ballavaram.
What is the pincode of Hussain Puram?
The pincode of Hussain Puram is 523223.
What is the population of Hussain Puram?
Hussain Puram has a total population of 2,543, including 1,333 males and 1,210 females.
How many households are there in Hussain Puram?
There are 623 households in Hussain Puram.
What is the literacy rate in Hussain Puram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hussain Puram is 47.11%. Male literacy is 57.54% and female literacy is 35.62%.